Job Description

– Purchasing Analyst

ABOUT TENNECO

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values–radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win–or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Purchasing Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials, services, and resources required to support manufacturing operations. You will drive procurement excellence through effective supplier management, purchase order execution, inventory optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. By leveraging analytical thinking, strong negotiation skills, and a continuous improvement mindset, you will contribute to cost reduction initiatives, supply continuity, and operational performance while supporting the overall business objectives of the plant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage purchase order (PO) transactions and procurement activities across various commodities including direct materials, indirect materials, MRO, tooling, capital expenditures (CAPEX), and related categories.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely procurement of materials and uninterrupted production operations.
• Monitor supplier performance, manage supplier orders, and ensure on-time delivery to support customer and production requirements.
• Support direct material forecasting activities and align purchasing plans with production demand.
• Drive inventory management initiatives for purchased materials to improve inventory turns while maintaining supply reliability.
• Identify and support cost reduction opportunities through supplier negotiations, sourcing strategies, value engineering, and other value-creation initiatives.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Production, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and other departments to improve procurement processes and operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and transaction records within ERP systems while ensuring compliance with company purchasing procedures.
• Support implementation and adherence to global and local purchasing processes, policies, and systems.
• Analyze purchasing data, supplier performance metrics, and inventory trends to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement activities.
• Resolve purchasing and supply-related issues through effective problem-solving and communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement effectiveness and overall business performance.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain functions, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Experience managing supplier orders, procurement activities, and supply continuity.
• Knowledge of direct material forecasting and inventory management processes.
• Experience working with ERP systems; QAD experience is preferred.
• intermediate or higher proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability.

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.